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- The Kebab Shop: Encinitas
My son likes The Kebab Shop. Actually, we all like TKS. The food is pretty good, it has a chill vibe and my wife really likes their music. Actually, we all like the music, but my wife is the most ardent fan among us. We all used to get and customize wraps of some kind.… Read more: The Kebab Shop: Encinitas
- Bright Ideas: The Mini Flashlight Gift That Sparks Joy
Throughout the year I curate unique and unexpected Christmas and Birthday gifts and store them in a box for easy access. When the occasion rolls around, I can pick a gift from the box and feel good that I’m giving something distinctive. I was recently reminded of one of these gifts by my brother. He… Read more: Bright Ideas: The Mini Flashlight Gift That Sparks Joy
- When My iPhone Became a Birdwatcher: Apple Intelligence in Action
A couple of days ago my phone did something cool, but it kinda freaked me out a little to. At La Jolla Cove I took a picture of a sea bird. When I looked at the photo in the Photos App, there was a little suggestion in there for me to “Look up Brant’s Cormorant.”… Read more: When My iPhone Became a Birdwatcher: Apple Intelligence in Action
- Frozen Planet 2: Edutainment for the Whole Family
I have always have a soft spot for educational programming of all kinds. I struggle to get my family watch with me, but recently I had success with BBCs 2022 “Frozen Planet 2” I will confess. I didn’t spring it on them right away. I watched the entire six-episode series all by myself before trying… Read more: Frozen Planet 2: Edutainment for the Whole Family